Marco Fu – ‘no-brainer’ to give Hong Kong star a pro tour card, fans say, as ex-world No 5 looks forward to return
- Hong Kong Sports Institute athlete says it will be a nerve-racking experience when he returns to the world circuit later this year after a lengthy absence
- Snooker fans take to social media to praise the WPBSA’s decision to give Fu a chance to resurrect his career
Hong Kong’s Marco Fu Ka-chun said he cannot wait to get back to the professional circuit – and if social media is anything to go by, neither can his fans.
The 43-year-old former world No 5 was on Monday given an invitational tour card by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) for the start of the 2021/22 season, allowing him to extend his long career and play in all the big tournaments.
Fu has not played on the World Snooker Tour in more than a year but is hopeful he can raise his game for the start of the next season.
“First of all I would like to thank World Snooker for this opportunity,” Fu told the Post. “l’m delighted that l have this chance again to play on the main tour against the best players in the world, l miss competing very much, and l can’t wait to play in tournaments.
“Competing on a pro level after a long break will be a big challenge, but l will try my best to get myself ready for the next competition. l’m sure my first tournament back will be a nerve-racking experience.”
